Summer Opportunities of Additional Interest

Summer Opportunities of Additional Interest (see note below about credit)

This page includes information about summer programs from Yale's partner universities. These partner universities send their students to Yale Summer Session.

Note: These programs are not on the Yale designated study abroad program list and have not been approved for credit. A summer program must be 4 weeks in length or longer to be eligible to petition for transfer credit. These programs are alternate opportunities that may be a good fit for your interests and goals. If it meets the petition requirements, you could petition for credit for one of these opportunities. Some programs also offer financial discounts. 

Summer Opportunities

FAQ: Flame University Summer School, Pune, India

See their Summer School page for more information!

FAQ: International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU), Summer Courses, Many Locations

Yale is part of the IARU consortium. You may attend a course or program at an International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU) partner university.

If you have questions about the IARU courses, please contact Kathy Trputec.

FAQ: University of Tokyo

Take part in the UTokyo Global Unit Courses (UTokyo GUC). We believe these online and on-demand courses offer a great opportunity to experience the University of Tokyo and Japan. The course contents range from humanities to social and natural sciences. They are taught entirely in English by cutting-edge scholars who are full-time faculty members of the university. In addition, we also offer Japanese language courses. Most of the courses can be completed in one week and the students will be granted Global Unit and a certificate will be issued upon completion of the course.

Check out the Friends of UTokyo Scholarship for the GUC.

FAQ: The University of Hong Kong Summer Institute

The University of Hong Kong (HKU) Summer Institute offers a wide range of programmes from different faculties, providing quality learning. The programmes are open to all undergraduates and are best suited for students who are looking to expand their academic and cultural horizons during summer in one of the most vibrant cities in Asia.

FAQ: Peking University Summer School International

This program in Beijing, China offers a wide spectrum of English-taught courses ranging from those specific to individual disciplines to the integration of multiple disciplines, such as philosophy, culture, literature, economics, politics, international relations, as well as traditional body exercise and sports. It also provides Chinese language courses to students at beginner's level.

FAQ: Ashoka University, New Delhi, India

Ashoka University is India’s premier liberal arts university located outside the capital, New Delhi. With a fully residential campus, Ashoka is well-equipped with spaces for multidisciplinary learning, a sports complex, library and excellent eating and recreational options. Undergraduate students may register and take courses at Ashoka giving them an opportunity to study with Ashoka undergraduates thus offering them a truly global experience in India.

FAQ: Shanghai Jiao Tong University

The International Summer Programs provides excellent opportunities for students to learn about China through academic and cultural immersion. A wide range of courses in various disciplines are provided, accompanied by Chinese language courses.

In addition to academic lectures, local excursions, cultural activities, and field trips are also available for International students. From these extracurricular activities, students will learn more about Chinese culture, history, politics and the latest developments of the country. This is a chance to experience Chinese culture firsthand and to make friends from China and all around the world.

FAQ: Tecnologico de Monterrey, Summer School, Mexico

Do you have plans for this summer? Tecnologico de Monterrey wants to invite you to have a great international experience participating in any of our different academic programs. From learning Spanish to participating in a research project. For more information please contact us at: studyinmexico@itesm.mx

FAQ: Universidad de las Americas, Quito, Ecuador

Summer School 2024

• Spanish as a Foreign Language - May 13 to June 7*
• Latin American Politics - May 13 to June 7*
• Communication Summer Academy - July 23 to August 2*
• Health, Wellness and Culture - August 5-17*

* Final dates to be confirmed soon.

FAQ: Zhejiang University, Global Research Immersion Program for Young Scientists

The GripS program is co-developed by four esteemed universities in China’s Yangtze River Delta region, namely Zhejiang University in Hangzhou, University of Science and Technology of China in Hefei, Fudan University in Shanghai and Nanjing University in Nanjing. The program will be held on campus from June to August 2024. Zhejiang University is happy to welcome students from all over the globe to GripS, which offers valuable research opportunities and rich cultural experience.

The program allows students to elevate their undergraduate journey by working closely with esteemed professors at one of the four universities. Students will be able to immerse themselves in a rewarding research experience, discover the region's innovative potential, and become part of a community of global thinkers who are actively shaping the future. Opportunities for cultural interaction will also be provided by the four host universities such as company visits, city tours and Chinese culture events in the Yangtze River Delta region.

Applications are open from now on until Sunday, March 17, 2024, 11:59 p.m. (GMT+8).

GripS Info Webinar for Applicants
Tuesday, February 20, 9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. (GMT+8)
Invite link: https://zoom.us/j/94018522201?pwd=YTNWOUszUDV0bzNwWGY4ejFFWHMwZz09
Meeting ID: 940 1852 2201
Passcode: 0229

FAQ: University of Science and Technology of China, Future Scientist Exchange Program (USTC FuSEP)

The 2024 USTC Future Scientist Exchange Program (USTC FuSEP) will be held at USTC in Hefei, Anhui, China from July 1st to August 25th, 2024. The USTC FuSEP offers a unique opportunity for students to engage in cutting-edge research projects and cultural exchange. The 2024 USTC FusSEP will take place in the form of summer research. Selected participants will work on scientific research projects in experimental teams supervised by USTC professors for 4-8 weeks. Excellent students will be supported by the USTC Fellowship. We are eager to invite your outstanding students to participate in the 2024 USTC FuSEP.

Attached you may find a flyer detailing the 2024 USTC FuSEP program. For further information, please visit our website at http://fusep.ustc.edu.cn

FAQ: National University of Singapore (NUS) Young Fellowship Programme

NUS would like to invite 5 Yale undergraduate students in their penultimate year (typically in their third year) from any discipline to join students from different parts of the world for the 2024 NUS Young Fellowship Programme to be held on the 24-28 June 2024 at NUS. The NUS Young Fellowship Programme is a week-long summer initiative aimed to enrich participants' experiences through collaboration, idea exchange, and a broadened perspective. More details can be found at https://nusgs.nus.edu.sg/2024-nus-young-fellowship/.

The programme, scheduled for 24-28 June 2024, includes:

1. A comprehensive week on NUS campus, featuring tours and insights into our advanced research facilities.
2. Exposure to pioneering research in fields such as AI, Deep Tech, Biomedical Engineering, Environment Sustainability, Social Sciences and more.
3. An exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the "Garden by the Bay", providing a unique perspective on its conceptualization, development, implementation, and daily operations.
4. Insightful presentations by NUS PhD students and alumni from a diverse range of fields and industries, offering inspiration and knowledge.
5. Interactive workshops focused on the practical use of Generative AI in research, equipping participants with invaluable hands-on experience.
6. Online Presentation - 4 weeks after the on-site programme. An Online Presentation session will follow four weeks post-programme, allowing participants to present their project insights, especially on the impact of Generative AI in research.

Selected students in this 2024 NUS YFP will benefit from:

1. A one-time payment of Singapore$800, disbursed upon successful completion of the programme
2. On-campus housing
3. All programme-related expenses

Additional financial assistance beyond the S$800 that will be given e.g. for the flight from the USA can be available if needed.

Contact: singk@nus.edu.sg and ngshwm@nus.edu.sg

Prepare the following documents:

1. A personal curriculum vitae (CV), and
2. A reflective essay of no more than 1,000 words, addressing either:

• A research area of strong personal interest, including its anticipated development, or
• A current social issue or concern of significant personal relevance, along with individual insights on potential resolutions.

Upon the completion of our selection process, we will immediately inform you of the outcome.

We look forward to the possibility of hosting Yale students at NUS, and providing them with a platform to explore and realize their graduate education aspirations.

FAQ: The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen (CUHK-Shenzhen)

The Summer Lab Research (SLR) Programme at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen (CUHK-Shenzhen) is a non-credit-bearing short-term programme for exchange students from our global partner institutions. Participants will gain valuable research experience at our cutting-edge laboratories under the guidance of our distinguished faculty for 8 weeks in the Summer Session with guaranteed on-campus residence.

The research topics cover a wide range of fields, including New Energy & Energy Efficiency Management, Big Data & Scientific Data, Modern Biological Information Engineering, Robotics & AI, Operations Management & Marketing, etc. Please refer to the List of Summer Labs for more details.